-
- News
- Books
Featured Books
- smt007 Magazine
Latest Issues
Current IssueComing to Terms With AI
In this issue, we examine the profound effect artificial intelligence and machine learning are having on manufacturing and business processes. We follow technology, innovation, and money as automation becomes the new key indicator of growth in our industry.
Box Build
One trend is to add box build and final assembly to your product offering. In this issue, we explore the opportunities and risks of adding system assembly to your service portfolio.
IPC APEX EXPO 2024 Pre-show
This month’s issue devotes its pages to a comprehensive preview of the IPC APEX EXPO 2024 event. Whether your role is technical or business, if you're new-to-the-industry or seasoned veteran, you'll find value throughout this program.
- Articles
- Columns
Search Console
- Links
- Events
||| MENU - smt007 Magazine
Seika Machinery to Present Solutions to Optimize Production Processes at APEX 2024
March 12, 2024 | Seika Machinery, Inc.Estimated reading time: 1 minute
Seika Machinery, Inc., a leading provider of advanced machinery, materials and engineering services, is gearing up to showcase its latest advancements at Booth 4012 during the 2024 IPC APEX EXPO, slated to take place April 9-11, 2024 at the Anaheim Convention Center in California. Renowned for its commitment to excellence and technological innovation, Seika Machinery will present an array of state-of-the-art equipment and systems designed to optimize production processes and enhance manufacturing efficiency.
Among the offerings featured at the expo is the Hioki Flying Probe Tester, renowned for its ability to evaluate solder joints between lands and leads through resistance testing. With a measuring rate of 40 steps per second, this advanced tester incorporates an AOI function to verify component presence, polarity and displacement, while soft-landing probes prevent damage to boards and components. Additionally, the Hioki Flying Probe Tester boasts a minimum probing pitch of 0.15mm, facilitating fast fixture-less setup and optional Gerber data-based programming, all operated through a user-friendly Windows® 10 interface.
Seika Machinery will also showcase the Hitachi Giken Neoview, a revolutionary visual inspection support system that transcends human limitations, ensuring accuracy and consistency in inspection results. Designed to accommodate global expansion, the Neoview system addresses critical questions surrounding visual inspection, providing comprehensive solutions supported by international patents.
Additionally, the expo will feature the Malcom RCX Profiler, offering comprehensive profiling of reflow ovens, and the Malcom Spot Viscometer for Paste Printer – PCU02V, designed to measure the viscosity of solder paste for optimal soldering results.
Attendees will have the opportunity to explore the new Sawa Pallet Cleaner – SCPA2, offering all-in-one assembly, flux, wave soldering, and final product cleaning, as well as the McDry dry cabinet with Ethernet Data Logger, providing secure cloud-based data storage and monitoring capabilities.
Rounding out the exhibition are the Unitech PCB Cleaner, featuring a dual dust removal system for superior cleaning results, and the Sayaka 34XJ Inline/Stand-alone Router, delivering precise PCB depaneling and routing with exceptional accuracy and efficiency.
Seika Machinery invites attendees to visit Booth 4012 at the 2024 IPC APEX EXPO to experience firsthand the latest advancements in electronics manufacturing technology.
Suggested Items
Q1 Global Semiconductor Sales Increase 15.2% YoY
05/07/2024 | SIAThe Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) announced worldwide sales of semiconductors totaled $137.7 billion during the first quarter of 2024, an increase of 15.2% compared to the first quarter of 2023 but 5.7% less than the fourth quarter of 2023.
Micross, Sital Announce Global Manufacturing & Distribution Partnership
05/07/2024 | Micross Components, Inc.Micross Components, Inc., a leading global provider of mission-critical microelectronic components and services for high-reliability aerospace, defense, space and industrial applications, is pleased to announce our exclusive partnership with Sital Technology (sitaltech.com), the leader in MIL-STD-1553 IP cores, specializing in integrated FPGA solutions.
Flex Announces Upcoming Changes to Its Board of Directors
05/07/2024 | FlexFlex announced that consistent with its succession plan, Michael D. Capellas, non-executive Chair of the Board of Directors of Flex, has informed the Board of his decision not to stand for re-election to the Board at the company's 2024 Annual General Meeting of shareholders to be held on August 8, 2024. Mr. Capellas has served on the company's board for 10 years, including as Chair since 2017, during which time he played a key role in building Flex's reputation as a trusted global technology, supply chain and manufacturing solutions partner and driving the company's success.
Real Time with… IPC APEX EXPO 2024: Understanding Objective Evidence in Manufacturing Processes
05/07/2024 | Real Time with...IPC APEX EXPOGraham Naisbitt explains the importance of objective evidence in manufacturing processes, debunking the common misconception that the ROSE test is a cleanliness test. He also discusses the introduction of Rev J, a requirement for measuring ionic contamination on circuit assemblies, and the challenges in accurately measuring contamination. Alternative methods like ion chromatography and the need for updating standards like the ROSE test are mentioned.
Fabrinet Announces Q3 Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Results
05/07/2024 | FabrinetFabrinet, a leading provider of advanced optical packaging and precision optical, electro-mechanical and electronic manufacturing services to original equipment manufacturers of complex products, today announced its financial results for its third fiscal quarter ended March 29, 2024.